Issues Advisor

Government of Alberta•Calgary, AB

2d•CA$76,614 - CA$100,493•Onsite

About The Position

The Alberta Human Rights Commission works with Albertans to promote awareness of, and appreciation for, human rights and diversity. Its overall goal is to develop inclusive communities in which all Albertans can participate in the social, economic, and cultural life of the province without discrimination. The Alberta Human Rights Act established the Alberta Human Rights Commission to carry out functions under the Act. The Commission is an independent commission created by the Government of Alberta, which reports to the Minister of Justice. It has a two-fold mandate: to foster equality and to reduce discrimination. It fulfills this mandate through the resolution and settlement of human rights complaints, and through an administratively fair human rights tribunal process, including mediations and hearings.

Requirements

University degree in a related field (Public Administration, Arts, etc.)
A minimum of 2 years’ related experience.
Sound judgment: You are able to assess sensitive, high-profile, or time-sensitive matters and determine what needs attention, escalation, or coordinated follow-up.
Strategic mindset: You think beyond immediate tasks, anticipate future needs, and identify opportunities to strengthen processes, improve coordination, and support organizational effectiveness.
Discretion and confidentiality: You handle confidential information with care and professionalism, maintaining trust in a role that supports senior leadership.
Relationship-building: You develop strong working relationships and collaborate effectively with colleagues, leadership, government partners, and external stakeholders.
Relationship-building: You build productive working relationships with staff, leadership, government partners, and stakeholders to support collaboration and timely issue resolution.
Clear communication: You transform complex information into concise, well-structured materials that support decision-making and action.
Initiative and influence: You proactively identify opportunities, anticipate challenges, and recommend improvements that strengthen decision-making and organizational effectiveness.
Adaptability: You thrive in a dynamic environment and successfully manage shifting priorities while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
Systems Thinking – You understand how issues, stakeholders, and organizational priorities connect, allowing you to anticipate impacts and support informed decision-making across the Commission.
Creative Problem Solving – You analyze complex situations, assess competing priorities, and identify practical solutions to emerging issues in a fast-paced environment.
Agility – You adapt quickly to changing priorities, shifting timelines, and evolving organizational needs while maintaining a high standard of quality and professionalism.
Building Collaborative Environments – You develop strong relationships with leadership, colleagues, government partners, and stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and effective coordination.
Drive for Results – You take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and consistently deliver high-quality work while managing multiple priorities and confidential matters

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting a senior executive or leadership team within a complex organization, including managing priorities, coordinating activities, and handling sensitive information.
Experience preparing executive briefings, correspondence, presentations, and decision-support materials for senior leadership and diverse stakeholders.
Experience with research methods, data collection and analysis, and risk management principles to support evidence-based decision-making.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, and communication or issue tracking systems such as ARTS.

Responsibilities

Coordinating executive priorities, information flow, and activities to support effective leadership operations.
Triaging incoming issues, requests, correspondence, and emerging priorities while coordinating timely and effective responses across the organization.
Preparing briefings, correspondence, presentations, and other materials that support leadership decision-making and organizational priorities.
Coordinating relationships and communications with Commission staff, government partners, external stakeholders, and other ministries to ensure seamless information sharing and collaboration.
Supporting executive operations through calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, budget tracking, and workflow management.
Providing strategic advice and guidance on administrative processes, briefing requirements, and issue management practices across the Commission.